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Best Campgrounds near Albion, ID

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Camping in the Albion area of southern Idaho includes both developed campgrounds and primitive sites throughout the Sawtooth National Forest. Bennett Springs Campground provides a secluded camping experience with only four sites, while Lake Cleveland offers camping on both its east and west sides with lake access and mountain views. The region accommodates tent and RV camping, with sites ranging from fully developed facilities at Village of Trees RV Resort to rustic camping at Twin Lakes and Thompson Flat. Most campgrounds are situated at higher elevations, providing cooler temperatures and scenic mountain landscapes.

Road conditions and accessibility vary significantly by season in the Albion region. Many campgrounds, particularly those at higher elevations like Lake Cleveland, operate only from late June or early July through October or November due to snow conditions. "We took the long drive up and arrived at the campground at night. Didn't see the snow and almost got stuck. Currently (5/10/24) there is snow blocking the entrance and impassible," reported one camper about Bennett Springs in May. The routes to some campgrounds require careful navigation, with McClendon Spring Campground accessed via steep dirt roads that may require 4WD vehicles. Cell phone coverage is surprisingly good at several locations, including Thompson Flat, where visitors noted getting "excellent signal for both cell and TV" due to proximity to a nearby tower.

Campers consistently praise the natural features of the area, particularly the alpine lakes and wildflower displays. Thompson Flat Campground receives positive reviews for its proximity to Lake Cleveland and opportunities for hiking and mountain biking. A visitor noted, "The wild flowers were gorgeous, my kids were in heaven!" Twin Lakes Campground offers a quieter experience with sites nestled among trees, providing ample shade and hammock opportunities. Weekend crowding can be an issue at popular locations, with one review mentioning Thompson Flat becoming "completely overrun by large crowds of people" during peak periods. For those seeking solitude, the west side of Lake Cleveland typically has fewer sites and less RV traffic due to rougher access roads. McClendon Spring is described by one camper as feeling "like you accidentally stumble on utopia" with its combination of mountain views, forest coverage, and small lake.

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Best Camping Sites Near Albion, Idaho (63)

    1. McClendon Spring Campground

    12 Reviews
    Malta, ID
    10 miles
    +1 (208) 677-6600

    "What a great find during our travels through Southern Idaho. Situated by a pond with lots of birds made our stay very peaceful."

    "Surreal to drive up and in on narrow single Track. So exciting as you don’t know if you found something special or are lost. Love it."

    2. Village of Trees RV Resort

    12 Reviews
    Rupert, ID
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 654-2133

    "Located next to the philip s66 off the I84 so a bit of traffic noise"

    "WiFi was good for browsing and reached throughout the park

    -A short path leads to a public launch on the Snake River.

    -The office is also a diner with breakfast and lunch."

    3. Thompson Flat Campground

    6 Reviews
    Albion, ID
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 678-0430

    $8 - $50 / night

    "Lake Cleveland is approximately 2 miles away and has great fishing opportunities. Mt. Harrison Peak is 3.1 miles away and gives beautiful views into the South and West of Idaho. "

    "Our site was not too close to any others except the other one we booked with friends. Decent bathrooms. Close to Lake Cleveland. Great birding in the actual campground."

    4. Heyburn Riverside RV Park

    11 Reviews
    Burley, ID
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 431-2977

    "It's right on the river with a great paved walking trail through an arboretum. Our dogs loved it."

    "It is a real gem along the Snake River adjacent to the campground. Camp Host did a great job and was very helpful. My pull through was level and had full hookups. WiFi was also great."

    5. Bennett Springs

    4 Reviews
    Albion, ID
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 678-0430

    "We found this site on the Dyrt in looking for a stopover between Park city Utah and Boise Idaho. Wow, Bennet Springs is a hidden gem!"

    "Our favorite site has a little creek right next to it. Great for kids to play in. There's also a trail that goes along the creek which starts at the bottom most campsite."

    6. Lake Cleveland - East Side

    4 Reviews
    Albion, ID
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 678-0430

    $10 / night

    "Driving up to Lake Cleveland I realized that this was the same road we traveled in the winter to get to one of our local ski mountains. "

    "This is a beautiful Campsite right on Lake Cleveland. The East side is great for RV's while the West end is better for Tents."

    7. City of Rocks Campground — City of Rocks Natural Reserve

    25 Reviews
    Almo, ID
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 824-5901

    "City Of Rocks National Reserve, Idaho Fascinating, desolate, historical State Park."

    "Sites are dispersed throughout the entire park, as opposed to being condensed into one central location. It makes for some very unique and private sites - no two alike."

    8. Twin Lakes Campground

    2 Reviews
    Albion, ID
    7 miles

    $5 / night

    "This is another great campsite on the road that heads up to Lake Cleveland and Mt Harrison. "

    "Just a short walk away brings you to incredible views and cool rock formations. There is an outhouse but no running water and it’s a trash in/trash out campsite."

    9. Lake Cleveland Campground West Side — Sawtooth National Forest

    3 Reviews
    Albion, ID
    7 miles

    "This campground is situated around Lake Cleveland as well but sits on the west side as the name implies. "

    "We went with friends and got lucky with the last two spots being next to each other so we took them both. We have a huge tent and they had a big one as well. We had spot 26 and 27."

    10. Lake Walcott State Park Campground

    11 Reviews
    Minidoka, ID
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 436-1258

    "Our Garmin RV GPS and Google Maps had us exit earlier than exit 216 off of Interstate 84 coming from the NE. The emailed state park instructions have you get off at exit 216."

    "It’s hard to beat a site like this in Idaho with so many amenities. It’s a very large site and the fee isn’t bad about $7 a day if I recall."

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  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 14, 2025

    Third Fork Campground

    Creekside Camping

    Free 14 day camping along the creek at the Third Fork Trailhead. Multiple designated campsites along the creek. There is a large parking area at the trailhead. There is a single vault toilet. It was quiet during the week, but busy on the weekend.

  • T
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Ricketts RV Camp

    Great spot!

    Super easy access to Twin Falls.  This is not located on a map but if you route to "Shoshone Rd in Twin Falls" it will take you past it.  Just look for the signs.  I car camped here in my Model Y and it was great location to go get a full charge, camp, get back on the road the next morning - do the falls hike - see the Bridge and move on my way to Utah.  Quiet and one pit toilet that was clean.  Love this spot.  So glad it's here.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Snake River Vista Recreation Site

    Nice Spot at Snake River

    Great spot. The first two or three spots are just about accessible with a two-wheel drive, but you need a slightly higher wheelbase due to the deep channels. If you want to go all the way down to the Snake River, you definitely need a four-wheel drive. Great view of the river. Pelicans included. We had T-Mobile internet.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 29, 2025

    City of Rocks Camp and Climb

    Great option for EVs

    The owner, Steve, is super accommodating and cool with charging your EV at the campsite. Electric and water taps are on even numbered sites and shared with the adjacent odd numbered site, so if your cord or hose is on the short side choose an even numbered site. No shade(yet) but great views of the surrounding hills. Close to everything, virtually no road noise. Dump station is a mile and a half away at the entrance to Smokey Mountain campground,$7 or an Idaho Park Pass sticker on your tow vehicle. 

    GPS coordinates on Dyrt are incorrect, should be 42.087665637904415,-113.63355364914494

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 23, 2025

    Village of Trees RV Resort

    Village of Trees

    Nice park right on the Snake River. Laundry and restaurant on site Staff is very friendly

  • Cathy M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 23, 2025

    Twin Falls-Jerome KOA

    Jerome / Twin Falls KOA

    This is the worst place we have ever stayed. Dirty and gross. No grass in pet areas just compacted dirt. Game amenities were filthy. Ran out of water during the night. We knick named the park KOA Compton.

  • Noam H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 16, 2025

    Pipeline Campground

    2 nights stay

    We stayed here for 2 nights for free. Simple campground but beautiful and right on the river. Easy access, last couple of minutes is on a half way paved driveway.

  • Logan R.
    Sep. 16, 2025

    Cauldron Linn BLM Dispersed

    So. Many. Flies.

    The farm road out has a small patch of very rough road. It was just passable in my non-lifted Sprinter. There is a smallish open area to camp at the top, it’s very exposed and you will have approximately 15 flies in your car in 90 seconds. The road down to the water is beyond tore up- I don’t know how anyone makes it down. The water is very green/slimy, I had my dog jump in but I wouldn’t dunk myself. We didn’t stay.

  • Andy S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 15, 2025

    Steer Basin Campground

    Great spot

    Love this little campground, right along Rock Creek. Went in January as well as mid September and hardly any other people. Vault toilets (not available in winter) and water available, no trash service so be prepared to pack it out. As others have said it's right along the road so you do get the occasional traffic noise. Overall though a great campsite.

Guide to Albion

Camping near Albion, Idaho, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Exploring: There are numerous trails around the campgrounds. One visitor mentioned, "There are a lot of trails to walk on here, and since the park is pet friendly, our three big dogs walked the trails with us" at Massacre Rocks State Park Campground.
  • Fishing and Water Activities: Many campgrounds are near lakes and rivers. A camper at Milner Historic Recreation Area shared, "The river here is calm enough to paddle board on. We spent lots of time on the water."
  • Wildlife Watching: Campers often spot deer and various birds. One review noted, "The deer tend to come in the early evening hours to enjoy the park too and are not very spooked by people" at Lake Walcott State Park Campground.

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Campers rave about the beautiful surroundings. A visitor at City of Rocks Campground said, "The views and little hike we took was awesome and we will definitely be back!"
  • Clean Facilities: Many campgrounds are well-maintained. One camper at Heyburn Riverside RV Park mentioned, "The showers were very clean. My dog enjoyed laying in the green grass between sites."
  • Friendly Hosts: Campground hosts often receive praise for their helpfulness. A visitor at Castle Rocks State Park noted, "The camp hosts were very helpful and super friendly."

What you should know:

  • Road Noise: Some campgrounds are near highways, which can be noisy. A camper at Massacre Rocks State Park Campground mentioned, "There is a little bit of road noise at the park because of the proximity to the freeway but it wasn't a bother at all."
  • Site Size: Campsites can vary in size. One camper at Murtaugh Lake Park Campground advised, "If you're new at parking your rig, or if you have a really large rig, it could be a tight fit."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have all the amenities you expect. A visitor at Cauldron Linn BLM Dispersed noted, "Unfortunately, people have kind of trashed some of the sites; there was broken glass and lots of other litter."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with activities for kids. One family at Lake Walcott State Park Campground enjoyed, "Fishing was good and kids loved the swimming."
  • Pack for Bugs: Be prepared for insects, especially in warmer months. A camper at Murtaugh Lake Park Campground mentioned, "Lots of bugs at night!"
  • Bring Ground Covers: If tent camping, consider bringing a good ground cover. One visitor at Murtaugh Lake Park Campground said, "If tent camping, bring a good ground cover to put tent on."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Lengths: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Castle Rocks State Park advised, "Some of the spots would not work. Make sure you use the filter to eliminate those with a smaller driveway."
  • Be Ready for Dusty Roads: Some campgrounds have rough access roads. A visitor at Cauldron Linn BLM Dispersed warned, "The dirt road leading to the area has some pretty rough spots."
  • Plan for Limited Services: Some campgrounds may not have full hookups. A camper at Heyburn Riverside RV Park noted, "The campsites are nicely spaced apart. My only minus would be no online reservation system."

Camping near Albion, Idaho, has something for everyone, from stunning views to family-friendly activities. Just be prepared for the quirks of each campground, and you'll have a great time!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Albion, ID?

According to TheDyrt.com, Albion, ID offers a wide range of camping options, with 63 campgrounds and RV parks near Albion, ID and 11 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Albion, ID?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Albion, ID is McClendon Spring Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 12 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Albion, ID?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 11 free dispersed camping spots near Albion, ID.

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